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Chick-Fil-A Chicken (And Nuggets) Copycat - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chick-Fil-A Chicken (And Nuggets) Copycat Recipe

Chick-Fil-A Chicken (And Nuggets) Copycat has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.

The food contains 31.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 36.7 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chick-Fil-A Chicken (And Nuggets) Copycat has been given a composite ranking of 27, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein35%
 Calories from Fat35%
 Calories from Carbs30%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A260.5 IU5.2%Top 30%High
Retinol35.7 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D21 IU5.2%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin7.6 mg38.1%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.48 mg23.8%Top 10%Very High
Folate35.7 mcg8.9%Top 30%High
Folic Acid22.9 mcg
Vitamin B120.48 mcg7.9%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.95 mg9.5%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium18.6 mg1.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.4 mg7.9%Top 30%High
Magnesium22.9 mg5.7%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus161.4 mg16.1%Top 30%High
Potassium194.8 mg5.6%Mid 40%Average
Sodium337.9 mg14.1%Top 30%High
Zinc0.95 mg6.3%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium20 mcg28.6%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate14.8 g4.9%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.52 g2.1%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars3.1 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein17.5 g35%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine1 mg
Leucine1 mg
Lysine1.4 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0.5 mg
Phenylalanine1 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine1 mg
Arginine1 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine1 mg
Aspartic Acid1.4 mg
Glutamic Acid2.9 mg
Glycine1 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.7 g11.8%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.2 g11.2%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.4 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 427 Calories from Fat 145

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16.1 g 24.8%

Saturated Fat 4.7 g 23.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 185.8 mg 61.9%

Sodium 709.6 mg 29.6%

Total Carbohydrates 31.1 g 10.4%

Dietary Fiber 1.1 g4.4%

Sugars 6.5 g

Protein 36.7 g 73.4%

Vitamin A 10.9% Vitamin C

Calcium 3.9% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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